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MEET THE JUDGES

Recruited for their unrivalled expertise, the IWSC judges are at the heart of our awards

Our judges assess every glass put in front of them methodically to ensure a fair and true result, tasting and discussing each entry alongside the rest of the panel. Our panels consist of experts and influencers from every sector of the drinks trade, from buyers, importers and distributors to the specialists making and serving the drinks. View our judges below.

Chris Crawford
Chris Crawford

Position: Group general Manager of Beverage

Company: Crown Resorts

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Daniel  Crowther
Daniel Crowther

Position: Managing Director

Company: Hedonist Drinks

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Harry Crowther
Harry Crowther

Position: Wine buyer

Company: Good Pair Days

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Gogi  Dakishvili
Gogi Dakishvili

Position: Founder and Head Winemaker at Dakishvili Family Vineyards

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Sue Daniels
Sue Daniels

Company: Marks & Spencer

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Alex Davies
Alex Davies

Position: Head of Product

Company: Virgin Wines

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Dawn Davies MW
Dawn Davies MW

Position: Member of the Spirits Judging Committee

Company: Speciality Drinks

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Emma Dawson MW
Emma Dawson MW

Company: Berkmann Wine Cellars

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Andrew De Lavis-Trafford
Andrew De Lavis-Trafford

Position: Spirits Buying Manager

Company: Enotria & Coe

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Sergio De Luca
Sergio De Luca

Company: Enotria & Coe

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Leona  De Pasquale
Leona De Pasquale

Company: Camellia and Vine

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Ortis Deley
Ortis Deley

Position: Spirits Evangelist

Company: Glassmates

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Emma Denney
Emma Denney

Position: Head Sommelier

Company: The Claridge's Hotel

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Marina Diaz
Marina Diaz

Position: Group Head Sommelier

Company: Rare Restaurants

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Steph DiCamillo
Steph DiCamillo

Position: Director

Company: Cocktails by Mail

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Andrea Dionori
Andrea Dionori

Position: Buyer

Company: Millroy's Bar

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Ivan Dixon
Ivan Dixon

Position: Consultant

Company: Procera Gin

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Peter Doherty
Peter Doherty

Position: Assistant Wine Buyer

Company: Hallgarten & Novum Wines

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